Whanganui Funeral Notices

On 8th May 2022 in Wellington Hospital after a long illness, aged 72 years.

Son of the late Stan Wiwo and Nissie Kuni Herewini.

Brother and brother in law of the late Nellie and Jan, the late Alamein and Gordon, Stanley and Penny, Min (deceased) and Terry, Queenie (deceased) and Kere, Oranga, Paora, Donna and Jury, Shane and Linda, and the late McCarthy.

Cousin, friend and uncle to all his nieces and nephews.

Father to Gavin, Rhys, Steven, Rana, Kylie, Katisha, Perekorangi, and Maia.

Much loved brother to all his brothers and sisters in the faith.

In accordance with Percy’s wishes a private service and cremation has been held.

In Jehovah’s memory. Awaiting the resurrection Rev 21: 3,4

On Sunday 15th May 2022, aged 97 years.

Much loved Mum of Rosalind.

Loved Grandmother of James and Matthew.

In accordance with Vivian’s wishes a private farewell has been held.

On 12th May 2022, at home surrounded by Whanau and Friends.

Cherished and loved mother and grandmother to many.

Friends are invited to a Service for Chrissy in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Thursday 19th May 2022 at 11.00am, to be followed by interment in the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

Peacefully at Whanganui Hospital surrounded by her loving Whanau on Sunday 15th May 2022.

Very much-loved Mum of Amanda, Douglas, and Boston.

Loved ‘Nanny Rae’ to Crenshaw, Douglas, and all her Moko.

A Loved Sister and Aunty to all her Brothers and Sisters, and Nieces and Nephews.

Will be missed forever.

Rae will be resting at the Parikino Marae until her Tangi, to be held there, on Wednesday 18th May 2022 at 11.00am, to be followed by interment at the Aramoho Cemetery.

On 12th May 2022 at Kowhainui Home, Whanganui, aged 95 years.

Dearly loved Husband of Jean for almost 72 years.

Dad and Best Mate to Grant and Jane, Kay and Frans, and Peter,

Best Ever Grandad to Bevan and Mel, Karen and Bryce, Anna and Nick, Jamie and Fleur, and Lucie and Joel. Great Grandad of Bayli, and Teani; Marina, and Mitchell; Patrick; Ace, and Vinnie.

Special Grandad Guy of Reece, Sarah, Ruby, Cooper, Emma, Nick, Izzy, Chris, Danielle, Ollie, Addison, and Jackson. Special friend of Barbara.

In lieu of flowers donations to the Cancer Society would be appreciated and can be left at Guy’s Service.

Friends are invited to a Service for Guy in The Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui, on Monday 16 May 2022 at 1.00pm, to be followed by a private interment.

Peacefully in Palmerston North Hospital on Thursday 12th May 2022, after a short illness, aged 70 years.

A loved Dad of Alex, and Janelle. Much loved son of the late Joy and Ron Aiken. Loved brother of Ainsley (deceased), Gregory, John and Simon.

Special thanks to the staff of Ward 26 at the Palmerston North Hospital for their care of Don.

A beloved friend to many.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Don’s life in the Church of the Good Shepherd, Weraroa Road, Waverley on Tuesday 17th May 2022 at 1.30pm, to be followed by interment in the Waverley Cemetery.

On 12th May 2022 at Kowhainui Rest Home, Whanganui, aged 94 years.

Much loved wife of Brian for 70 years and 1 day.

Cherished Mum of Murray, and Chris and Judith.

Loved and respected Grandma of David, and Vanessa; Esther, and Amelia. Loved Great Grandma of Isaac, Lawrence, and Tilly.

Much loved Sister of Nola, and the late Edna.

Friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Jean’s life in St Paul’s Presbyterian Church, 112 Guyton Street, Whanganui at 1.30pm on Tuesday 17th May 2022, followed by interment in the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

31 March 1934 - 11 May 2022

It is with sadness we announce the passing of our Dad, Koko.

He passed peacefully in his sleep. Much loved husband of the late Hohipera Betty Rongonui.

Much loved and cherished Dad of the late Matiu and Louise, Mene and Kevin, Pirihita, Ray and Trina, Manny and Sue, Errol and Suzette, Andre and Soraya, Maynard and the late Saphire and Leanne, Natalie and Reo, Amanda-Jane, and Cornell and Bub. Much respected father-in-law of Murray, Peachy, and Cheryl.

Loved Koko, and Big Koko, to 36 grandchildren, 66 great grandchildren, and 5 great great grandchildren.

Forever in our hearts.

The funeral service will be held at Rātana Pā on Sunday 15th May 2022, at 12.00pm.

31 March 1934 - 11 May 2022.

Loved son of the late Rawinia Rātana, and Mitai Taiaroa. Loved brother of the late Mary Davis, Te Rauna Taiaroa, Tate Taiaroa, Bill Taiaroa, Waitangi Hihira, Koro Te Mangai Taiaroa, Taumaru Rātana, and Patsie Derston.

Whangai son of the late Matiu Rātana and Kahu Te Wano. Loved nephew of the late Iriaka Rātana.

Big brother of Haina Raumaewa, the late Mihi Rurawhe, Moana Williams, and Sonny Boy Rātana.

Much adored, cherished only son of Pirihita Matthews and Hawea Meihana. Much loved by all his cousins, and many nieces and nephews.

Peacefully and unexpectedly at home in his sleep on Sunday 8th May 2022, aged 59 years.

Very much loved son of Sylvia and the late Max. Loved brother and brother in law of Lois and Greg, and Michael.

Loved Uncle of Laureen (deceased) and all his nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank Idea Services for their loving care of Brian.

In lieu of flowers donations to Idea Services would be greatly appreciated.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Brian’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Saturday 14th May 2022 at 11.00am, to be followed by cremation.

Brian’s service can be viewed online at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz ‘Watch a Funeral Online’ link.

Tragically in Wellington on Saturday 7th May 2022, in her 53rd year.

Much loved wife of Grant, loved mother of Rose, Jeannie, and William.

Loved daughter of Judith and (the late) John Stratton, sister of Richard and Frances, and aunty to Sabine, and Quinn.

Much loved sister in law of Carolyn and Ron Goudswaard, (the late) Susan and Mike Steer, Patricia Hird and (the late) David Stapleton , Jenny and Antonie Eggink and many nephews.

A service to celebrate Sarah's life will be held in St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, Whanganui on Wednesday 18th May 2022 at 2.00pm, followed by private cremation.

Sarah’s service will be live-streamed at www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz